When it comes to ambitious women, we can’t get enough of the ones who strive to work hard in their respected fields of work. Be it in fashion, media, the arts or having exceptional culinary skills, a woman who goes after what she believes in is #GirlBoss material in our book.
Today, we wanted to celebrate these 12 #GirlBosses who are making moves in their industry. Hailing from all around the African continent and based all around the world, we’re giving a nod to these women whose ambition and drive we admire. Here’s to you #GirlBosses!
1. Kristina Gisors @kristinagisors
Parisian beauty Kristina Gisors, is a bilingual #GirlBoss who is one of the staples at Paris Fashion Week and has worked as a dresser for big names such as Jean-Paul Gaultier, contributed as a writer to Modzik Magazine and as a stylist for magazines such as Lurve, WAD, and Esquire. She now works as a Visual Merchandiser for the brand Kenzo. This #GirLBoss has also worked for brands like COS and American Vintage Group so it’s safe to say that she knows what it takes to be the best in what you do!
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2. Siki Msuseni @sikimsuseni
The Interior Architecture student and fashion enthusiast who’s based in Cape Town is the #GirlBoss behind the “controversial” tote bags with the slogan “Who Killed Biko”, a powerful question to the 11th September 1977 brutal death of Steve Biko. The collaborative piece of work is between between CrowdedWolf and Siki’s studio, Pigments Studio. Find out how to buy her “Who Killed Biko” tote bag here.
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3. Jaqueline Ngo Mpii @yaquimpii
This #GirlBoos is the founder of Little Africa, the first Parisian Cultural and Touristic agency promoting Art & Culture from Africa. She also just recently released a City Cuide titled “City Guide of Africa in Paris” which gives readers a look into the “African side of Paris” with tips on checking out the latest art exhibitions, food and places to experience Africa while visiting the city of lights. Buy your copy here.
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4. Miss Kihoro @misskihoro
This #GirlBoss gives us serious travel envy and her list of achievements are nothing but extraordinary. The Singer, Actor, Radio Person and self proclaimed “Good Vibe Explorer” is building her brand and not slowly down either having written, directed and produced her own stage show, “Life in the Single Lane”, a narrative involving interactive storytelling, acting and singing. You go girl!
5. Violette Tannenbaum @violettetannenbaum
This talented wedding dress designer lives and works in Paris and her design aesthetic is what dreams are made of. A scroll through her Instagram feed will either a. make you want to get married and b. if you’re already married, get married again! Her ethereal dresses, larger than life hair and quirky tattoos are just a few of the things we love about her. So if you’re thinking of getting married or know someone who is, check out this #GirlBoss’ site here.
6. Nandi Dlepu @mamakashaka
This #GirlBoss who hails from South Africa is Head of Production at a leading production agency as well as mother who juggles what life throws at her and comes out unscathed! Juggling between family, friends and work is anything but simple but we think she makes it look easy!
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7. Arteta Mujay @arietawho
This UK born, Nigerian raised, Fashion and digital influencer #Girlboss who previously worked as Head of PR at River Island and Boohoo.com, knows what she wants and certainly goes out and gets it! This badass beauty is a force to be reckoned with and has worked with the likes of Rihanna, Lily Allen and Henry Holland (not to mention having styled Alek Wek & Liya Kebede)! What more can we say other than this #GirlBoss rocks!
8. Mandi Sarro @missmandii
The Kenyan born, Canadian raised media personality, visual food storyteller is the ultimate #GirlBoss throw down queen who isn’t afraid to speak her mind! Her mouth-watering recipes give us major hunger pangs every time! Check out her website here.
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9. Bee Diamonhead @bee_diamondhead
Stylist, Youth & Trends Expert, Fashion & Creative Director are some of the few things this #GirlBoss calls herself. This ultimate babe has produced work for titles such as Dazed and Confused, Wound and Vanity Fair and also had a three-year stint as fashion editor for Marie Claire South Africa. Can we say goals!
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10. Floriane Fosso @florianefosso
This 25 year old French-Cameroonian #GirlBoss who founded her eponymous brand recently launched her first high-end, ready-to-wear collection ‘From Paris to’. Floriane went to EMLYON Business School at 20, became a freelance stylist in 2011 (prior to working at Michael Kors in New York), studied at the London Fashion School of Central St Martins (where more sewing lessons ensued) and finally landed in Shanghai, where she worked for JC Decaux as a luxury advisor. With so much drive and ambition, it’s no wonder this #GirlBoss is taking the fashion world by storm.
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Have a look through her website here.
11. Catia Mota Da Cruz @catiamotadacruz
Fierce doesn’t even begin to describe Catia who is an Art Director, Stylist, Dancer and Co-founder of @Blackattitudemag, a magazine “Made in Paris” which focuses on all things “Black”. This beauty loves head wraps and red lips, performed in the critically acclaimed Broadway musical FELA! in New York. buy your copy of Blackattitude Magazine here.
12. Sandrine Sandrinette @https://www.instagram.com/sandrinesandrinette/
Sandrine Sandrinette is one #GirlBoss who has her hand firmly set in the Parisian fashion/art/music scene. Working for the Colette, Sandrine is the brands social media lady, and photographer for the store’s Instagram account. Her unique and creative eye for detail allows her to document and share images of the cool people passing through, special product launches and all day every day happenings at the shop. Known for her eclectic and to die for style, brands like Levi’s, Carhartt and Nike approach her to wear their products. Scroll through her Instagram page and you will see she’s rubbed shoulders with the likes of Willow sMITH, Nas, Rihanna and Pharrell. We say a big “YES” to this #GirlBoss!
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#GirlBosses Rule!
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